N05BA12 - Alprazolam |
Probably not porphyrinogenic |
PNP |
Rationale
CYP-metabolised. No data pointing to CYP-induction. Normal therapeutic plasma concentrations probably well below the micromolar range.
Chemical description
Benzodiazepine anxiolytic (0.25-3 mg/d). Metabolized by CYP 3A4. No CYP-inducing effects observed.
Personal communication
Andersson, patient inquiry: used without ill effects (n=1).
IPNet drug reports
Uneventful use reported in 4 patients with acute porphyria.
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References
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| 1. | Porphyrias.
James MF, Hift RJ. Br J Anaesth. 2000 Jul; 85(1):143-53.
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10928003 |
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| 2. | Australian List
Australian Porphyria Association No longer maintained
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| 3. | French List
Centre Français des Porphyries
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| 4. | EPI List
European Porphyria Initiative No longer maintained
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| 5. | South African List
Porphyria South Africa No longer maintained
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